The recent release of the Michael Jackson biopic has brought joy and excitement to his fans, celebrating the legendary artist for his unparalleled contributions to music and culture. However, this joy was short-lived with the announcement of a new documentary centered on his court cases—cases for which he was never found guilty. This is deeply personal to many of us who have respected and admired Michael Jackson’s work and his fight against many allegations.

Creating a documentary that rehashes these painful and controversial legal battles disrespects the justice system’s verdict and undermines the respect we ought to offer the deceased. It's distressing to witness, yet again, media attempting to judge a man in the court of public opinion, when legally he was acquitted. Michael Jackson was declared innocent by a court of law, and repeatedly producing content that suggests otherwise is unjust and harmful to his legacy.

Moreover, continuously portraying these incidents tarnishes the many positive impacts Michael had on millions. From his remarkable philanthropic efforts to his transformative influence on global pop culture, Michael Jackson should be remembered for his achievements, not perpetually associated with disputes that were resolved in court.

We are calling for the immediate removal of the Michael Jackson verdict documentary to honor the integrity of the legal system, respect the decisions made within it, and to preserve his artistic and humanitarian legacy. Let us not further the divide created by sensationalism, and instead, champion the true essence of Michael’s contributions to the world.

Please join us in urging the responsible parties to reconsider the release of this documentary. Sign this petition to support our call to action.